San Diego 4th of July 5K Run and Kids 1k Fun Run

Behind the Race

Giving back to kids sports

Our mission is to give every child the chance to experience the joy and benefits of playing sports. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to build confidence, develop new skills, and be part of a supportive community. Through sports, kids gain a sense of accomplishment, forge new friendships, and set goals that help them grow both on and off the field.

This 4th of July, we invite you to participate in our San Diego 4th of July 5k Run, a special event dedicated to supporting this mission. By taking part in this run, you’re not just getting active—you’re helping to provide opportunities for children to discover their potential through sports

IN-N-OUT will be there to serve burgers, drinks and chips

$12.00 Cheeseburger, Chips, and Drink
$14.oo Double Double, Chips and Drink
Venmo and Credit Cards Accepted

Ethan and Andrea Hamilton

Richard M. Shay (USN) and Lou Ann Shay

Michael E. Shay (ARMY)

Rick and Jennifer Shay (USN)

Samuel Flores (USMC) and Pat Flores

Jerry Lee Hartless (USMC)

Dan and Gretchen Barnett

Thank you to Our Incredible Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Where:

4S Ranch Sports Park
16118 4S Ranch Parkway San Diego, CA 92127

Friday, July 4th, 2025 8:00am (5k) and 9:30am (Kids 1k Fun Run)

When:

Cost (5k run):

Early Bird reg. until May 31st, $45
June 1st- July 1st $50
Late reg. $55

Cost (Kids 1k Fun Run): $25

What's Included:

Every participant receives a SD 4th of July 5k T-shirt, medal, swag bag, beer voucher (21 and up) and a great experience.

Awards will be handed out in every age division to the top 3 (male and female) finishers

Race Packet Pick Up:

Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 at the Shay Realtor Hub
16611 Dove Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92127
1:00-6:00pm

Sponsor a 3x6 foot American flag in honor of someone, a company, or a cause, which will be displayed along the route. Take it home as a memento. Sign up within the registration link.

The Course

In Honor Of Ethan Hamilton
11/06/75-7/4/2024

Together with his wife, Andrea, and children, Lily and Eli, Ethan resided in 4S Ranch where he could often be found on the courts and fields loudly cheering on neighborhood kids and pouring into the community.

Ethan Hamilton, the beloved Athletic Director at Point Loma Nazarene University, passed away on July 4th, 2024 after a brief battle with leukemia. Hamilton led the PLNU athletic department through its transition from the NAIA to NCAA Division II and the Sea Lions quickly became a DII powerhouse. Under Hamilton’s leadership, PLNU teams made 45 NCAA postseason appearances, earned 21 PacWest Championships, secured 2 National Championship runner up titles (Baseball, Men’s Basketball) and came home with the Women’s Soccer National Championship title in 2023. Hamilton was widely respected across the greater San Diego community.

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